Since many of us have been covered in snow with more on the way, here is a unique and delicious way to take advantage of the winter wonderland, while keeping your snowbound, snow bunnies entertained. Ingredients 8 cups of fresh clean snow - NOT the yellow variety ¾ cup of sugar 1 cup of whipping cream 1 tbsp of vanilla extract Directions First, take your … [Read more...] about How To Make Snow Cream
A Note of Comfort To One Struggling To Conceive
So, it is much easier to give advice on what NOT to say to people who are struggling to conceive (see previous blog, “What Not To Say”). The truth is, there isn’t really a lot you can say to someone who is struggling with this difficult journey. Like with many hard things in life, there are no words to capture the sorrow, the pain, the loss and the heartache that this path … [Read more...] about A Note of Comfort To One Struggling To Conceive
10 Things You Shouldn’t Tell A Woman Struggling To Get Pregnant
When it comes to infertility, I have found that people just don’t know what to say to those going through it. And when they finally find the words, you kind of wish they hadn’t. My husband and I have had many crazy things said to us throughout our journey to get pregnant, mostly from those closest to us who are having trouble seeing us struggle. I realize that these people … [Read more...] about 10 Things You Shouldn’t Tell A Woman Struggling To Get Pregnant
Dealing With Loss Through the Holidays
The Holidays are a notoriously hard time for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. For all of us women struggling with infertility, the Holidays are a time when we grieve the lost opportunity of a new life. What is more difficult is that many of the traditions and rituals of the Holidays are often centered around children. For those who have experienced loss during … [Read more...] about Dealing With Loss Through the Holidays
Life Lessons My Daughter Learned in Preschool
I simply cannot believe my little preemie is finishing preschool! Where did these past four years go? She started school in Pre-K 2, going a few hours a week. The Pre-K 4 kids had always looked so big to me. It was so hard to believe my baby would one day seem so big. It is amazing how much she has grown. I am really grateful for my daughter’s preschool. They have done … [Read more...] about Life Lessons My Daughter Learned in Preschool